KAMEOKA, Kyoto Prefecture--Officials from the operator of the sightseeing boat that capsized in the river here say the accident resulted from the steersman falling overboard and the vessel ...

KYOTO--Visitors to the ancient capital will get their prayers answered this autumn as rare cultural properties will go on display at more than a dozen locations including six sites on UNESCO’s ...

Beat out the worst of the bamboo crowds by skipping the leaf-peeping fall foliage period or the springtime cherry blossom boom. Explore Kyoto's bamboo groves in the lowest seasons instead.

My wife and I had a chance to visit Kyoto last fall as part of a six-week trip around Asia, when we wouldn’t be faced with the oppressive midday heat, and might be spared large crowds of tourists.

The best times to visit Kyoto are from March to May and from September to November when the weather is the mildest. However, the blooming cherry blossoms in spring and the vibrant fall foliage are ...

This iconic Kyoto destination, popular for a millennium, has the perfect climate and topography for fall foliage. Some people create new ways to enjoy autumn, while others uphold fall traditions.

Kyoto Botanical Gardens officials say normally ... Several factors are contributing to the warm fall weather in Japan and many other parts of the world. First, a persistent South Pacific high ...

The Buddhist temple halfway up Mt. Otowa offers some of the best views of Kyoto. It is also a wonderful spot to see the leaves change color in the fall or view the cherry blossoms in spring.

The best way to get around Kyoto is by bus and on foot. The abundance of English-language signs and announcements make Kyoto's bus systems easy for visitors to navigate. But all those bus fares ...